2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |